Maintenance And Adjustments - Case 3 Series Operator's Manual

SECTION 1

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS

Do not carry out any service operation until you
have read and understood the instructions and
warnings given in this manual.
Observe the adjusting, maintenance and inspection
activities and intervals set out in the operating
instructions, including information on the replace-
ment of parts and equipment as this service con-
cerns exclusively the qualified personnel.
Wear safety equipment and suitable clothing to per-
form maintenance operations on the machine.
During maintenance operations, apply a warning
plate.
Always wear eye protection when using a tool which
might project metal particles. Use a hammer with a
soft face, such as copper, for installing pins.
Incorrectly performed maintenance or adjustments
can cause serious injury. If you do not understand a
maintenance or adjustment procedure, consult your
Dealer.
Before performing any maintenance operation on
this machine, make sure it is in a safety condition.
Move the machine to a level and firm ground, away
from any soft ground, excavations or poorly shored
cavity.
Rest the loader attachment on the ground if no
maintenance operation is to be performed on it. Oth-
erwise, raise the attachment and lock the support
strut.
Place the backhoe attachment in road travel posi-
tion if no maintenance operation is to be performed
on it. Otherwise, rest it on the ground.
Place the direction-of-travel lever and gearshift lever
in neutral position.
Immobilize the machine by means of the parking
brake.
Raise the stabilizers completely and lock them
mechanically.
Stop the engine and remove the starter switch key.
Release the hydraulic pressure by operating the
control levers in all directions. On hydraulically con-
trolled machines, turn the key to ON and release the
pressure by moving the hydraulic control levers in
all directions.
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